Top Pick Thursdays: Statement Necklaces by Anthropologie

Hello my lovelies! How are you??? It's been almost a week since my last post and I feel SO behind with the blogging world! The BHLDN store is progressing at a phenomenal rate and I can't wait to post pictures of it for you to see.  I've been working 12-14 hr days and it has given me no time to blog. So, since today is my one day off, I had to post a goodie for you.

Last weekend, I went shopping for my new wardrobe and picked out some wonderful outfits...along with 5 pairs of shoes! Eeekk! The husband was flabbergasted at our credit card bill, but I quickly explained it was a good investment. Ha!

I didn't get a chance to pick out any accessories (boo!), but these are on my list of things I REALLY want! I love anything from Anthropologie, but I am noticing a great trend with statement necklaces. The bigger, the better!  Plus, with these great picks, who needs to add earrings or bangles?  The necklace speaks for itself!

What do you think?  Are you a fan of big necklaces??

You can view the entire collection HERE.

1. Citrus Twist Necklace $38 USD

2. Revealed Necklace $58 USD

3. Strung Silk Necklace $148 USD

4. Moche Necklace $78 USD

5. Harlequinade Necklace $48 USD

Top Pick Thursdays: ALDO's Global Bazaar

Happy Thursday my lovelies! I've been seeing a lot of Awkward+Awesome postings on other blogs and I'd like to contribute a couple of my own as It's been an INTERESTING morning.

AWKWARD: At around 430 this morning, I was suddenly awakened by bright shining lights in our bedroom.  When I opened my eyes, I saw my husband standing by the door staring at me. Then, he said "how am I supposed to sleep with you laying like that?" Apparently, I LITERALLY kicked him out of bed in my sleep and somehow maneuvered my body horizontally across the bed taking up all his space. All I have to say is - innocent until proven guilty :) Opps.
AWESOME: It's a pretty awesome feeling to FINALLY fit into my favorite pair of jeans again.  Last night, I pulled out 2 of them (one from 4 years ago when my hubby and I first started dating and the other pair was from NINE years ago) and they fit again.  Can I get a hallelujah?!?! I swore I would one day fit into them again...so glad I didn't toss them out. Woot! Woot! I just did a virtual moonwalk across the room. :)

What kind of AWESOMENESS is happening in YOUR life today?? I want to hear!

Have you taken a look at Aldo's site lately?  They have a wonderful collection going on right now called Global Bazaar full of today's HOTTEST trends - bold colors, bracelet stacking, ikat prints, and amazing platforms you will LOVE.  I have SO many favorites I don't even know where to begin, but I should warn you, get ready for the sticker shock because EVERYTHING I found is under $100. Bam! Don't resist the feeling - I know you want it. These are my beautiful top picks for today.

{Images via Aldo}

Trendy Tuesdays: Punk Fashion

Hi dolls! Hope you are having a fabulous day so far. It's been a super busy day at work once again so this post is coming a little later than expected. Today has been one of those days where I feel like karate chopping anyone that gets in my way. Hey-yah!  Yes - today I feel like a Bada** with a capital "B."  I woke up early, got my workout on, and have been so productive at work today.  The only thing missing is one of these punk rocker outfits to complete my day.  I am totally digging this fashion trend aren't you?

Remember THIS post about leather biker jackets?  I would love to pair one of those jackets with one of these hot outfits.  Sometimes I'm a little rough on the edges and I like it that way.  These looks are still very feminine in their own way but have a tomboyish feel to them which I love.

I made my own little outfit below. Could you see yourself wearing this?  My goodness...those cuffs are to die for! And that leather dress reminds me of 'The Matrix' for some reason.

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Dress: Marios Schwab ($3,790)

Shoes: Emilio Pucci

Leather cuffs: Givenchy by Riccardo Tisci ($625)

{Images via Fashionising}

In My Shopping Bag...

Good morning my sweeties! I gotta say - I had a fantastic weekend. How about you?  Kind of sad it ended so quickly, but I am always excited to see what next weekend has in store for me. Besides Mother's Day, we did a whole lot of NOTHING. Yay!  Never thought doing nothing would make me happy, but it was nice to have some downtime with my husband, relax, get my chores/errands finished early, and prep for Monday morning. {Sigh} AND we have clean sheets and towels which always makes me oh-so-very giddy.

On Saturday I spent the day shopping with the ladies for Mother's Day and we did some damage.  Mom got a purse, blouse, a watch, and a navigation system from my brother and I.  Love that lady!  Seriously, I had to refrain myself SO many times from buying EVERYTHING in sight.  This is what happens when you don't shop on a regular basis.  It just builds up inside you and when you DO get out, you go nuts. Does that ever happen to you??

Ok...so I did go a little wild BUT (and you will be happy to know) that EVERYTHING I bought was on sale. The sales for Mother's Day were ridiculous...ALL thanks to awesome rockstar MOMS.  So, I thought I'd share my goodies with you. Brace yourself. It's pretty awesome and you may experience a bit of jealously after reading this.  That's ok. I would be jealous of me too.  Enjoy my loves!

COACH- Originally $358; on sale for 65% off! Holy moly!

NINE WEST- 2 pairs of shoes for $80 TOTAL

GUESS - Originally $150; on sale for 50% off

TARGET - Originally $12.99 each; on sale for 50% off

I love shawls and these colors are beautiful!

TARGET - Summer Necessities: $12.99 Floppy Hat; $12.99 Sandals; $16.99 sunglasses

(Ok...so my husband bought me these so they are technically "free")

AND I noticed these sandals match the dress I won below!

 Remember these beauties? I won these a couple weeks ago in giveaways and they arrived over the weekend. YAY!!!! LOVE THEM!

Lynzy from Sparkling Footsteps hosted a giveaway to win an outfit from Peacock Plume and I won that amazing floral dress. Can't wait to wear it!

Annette from Swanky Tables held a giveaway to win Stella & Dot goodies and I chose these 2 fabulous bracelets. Still can't believe I won 2 giveaways in 1 day.

THANKS AGAIN LADIES FOR HOSTING THESE GREAT GIVEAWAYS!

Speaking of giveaways and free stuff, today is the LAST DAY to enter my giveaway to Pottery Barn, West Elm, and Williams-Sonoma.  The contest closes TONIGHT so enter now!  The winner will be announced Tuesday morning. Wouldn't it be nice to start the week off right as a WINNER? Yay!  Don't miss out on it. Click HERE for the full details.

Fashion Fridays: One Hot Mama!

Hi dolls! Happy Friday!  Before I forget, here is one last reminder about my giveaway to Pottery Barn, West Elm, and Williams-Sonoma.  The contest closes next Monday May 9th so enter now!  The winner will be announced Tuesday morning. Wouldn't it be nice to start the week off right as a WINNER? Yay!  Don't miss out on it. Click HERE for the full details.

Ok, so in celebration of Mother's Day, I am dedicating today's postings to my mom's favorite brands.  She is such a versatile person and can look great in anything, whether it's a $10 shirt she bought at Target or a $1000 dress from Ellen Tracy.  She's just cool like that.  Don't let her petite frame fool you - this lady has curves and she can flaunt it like no other! That's her below on my wedding day.

I KNOW for a fact we will be hitting up these stores tomorrow and I have a hunch she will be picking a few of these items.  Can't wait to see what she wants (so I can "borrow" them from her). These stores also have great deals going on so make sure you check them out.  She is going to look like one hot mama after this weekend!

Ann Taylor: Now thru Sunday (May 8th) - 25% off everything in stores and online; use code MAY25
Tory Burch: Now thru Sunday (May 8th) - Free limited edition Je T'aime mirror with any purchase of $250 or more
Coach: Free shipping on orders over $100
DKNY: Free shipping on orders $250 or more

What are you getting Mom for Mother's Day? See anything you think she'd like?

ANN TAYLOR

TORY BURCH

COACH

DKNY

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Fashion Fridays: Stella & Dot

Good morning my lovelies!  Happy Friday to you all.  My day has started off FANTASTIC and here's why.  While laying in bed this morning with our doggies, I decided to check my email and noticed I received something from Swanky Tables.  Annette recently held a giveaway to win Stella & Dot goodies and I thought "What the heck! I will enter it even though I never win anything." Well, guess what?  I WON!  The last time I won ANYTHING was back in 8th grade (or was it 6th grade?) and I won "Apollo 13." Remember that movie with Tom Hanks?  Yea...that doesn't even compare to this.

So, I need your help.  I am currently coveting the following pieces of jewelry. I picked things I think Mom would like too so we can share.  Let me know what you think I should get!  Swing on by Swanky Tables to check our her blog.  It's full of FABULOUS event planning and designing tips!  I started following her when I was planning my wedding last year and have been hooked every since.  Annette - thanks again for hosting this great giveaway!

{Images via Stella & Dot}

Fashion Fridays: Erica Anenberg's Ring Collection

Good morning my sweetie pies and Happy Friday to you! Any exciting plans for this weekend? I have some great stuff in store but will announce it next week...oh the anticipation...

So I am a member of HauteLook and it's great. I get exclusive pre-sale deals on everything from clothing to vacation getaways.  If you haven't registered, do it HERE! It's totally free!

Came across Erica Anenberg's jewelry collection and it stopped me dead in my tracks.  I've been really into jewelry lately...TOTALLY awesome stuff!  Hurry up and sign up today to get these outrageously great deals! This exclusive sale ends Monday April 11th at 8am PST. Wouldn't this be the perfect gift to yourself or your bestie? Happy shopping loves!

1. $220 Sale $66
2. $100 Sale $57 (I am totally getting this!)
3. $150 Sale $45
4. $100 Sale $57
5. $180 Sale $36
6. $140 Sale $42
7. $140 Sale $42
8. $140 Sale $42
9. $180 Sale $54 (I am totally getting this too!)

{Images via HauteLook by Erica Anenberg}

Top Pick Thursdays: Blinged Out w/ BCBG

If you didn't know, now you know. I LOVE BCBG! I love them so much I am posting another entry on their amazing collection.  I've never been much of a "gold" gal; I like diamonds...plain and simply. Preferable anything 2 carats or more. (haha)  However, BCBG's gold jewelry is spectacular.  One of the latest trends for 2011 is pairing gold with neutral outfits as well as wearing statement rings.  So, these accessories would be perfect for you!  Check this out!  Isn't it fantabulous???

1. $58    2. $58   3. $68   4. $30 

5. $68   6. $68

7. $78   8. $138   9. $78

{Images via BCBG}

Trendy Tuesdays: DIY Box Braid Necklace

Hello my lovely blogsters! I can't tell you how infatuated I am with Honestly...wtf.  No, really...wtf?!?!  This blog is bold, trendy, and just A-W-E-S-O-M-E!  My posting for today is not only trendy but also a great DIY project! Double yay!

She saw this necklace from Phillip Lim‘s Box Braid Collar Necklace which is absolutely great, but a whopping $225...

and turned it into this! 

She made her very own for probably like $5 or $10! All you need is yard (preferably micro-fiber faux suede), rubber bands, and an assorted size of washers. That's it! That deserves a "wtf" for what the fabulous!! Wow. I heart her! Click HERE for the full instructions. I can't wait to try this.  Enjoy my friends!

{Images via Honestly...wtf}

Top Pick Thursdays: Bridal Beads by Perini Designs

While browsing the Etsy shop this afternoon, I found some very lovely custom wedding jewelry from Bridal Beads.  Vanessa Perini is the owner and creator of these beautiful crystal and pearl pieces.  Not only do I love how elegant they look, but the prices are so affordable!  Wow!  Take a look at her shop HERE.

Images via Etsy - Bridal Beads

1. White Pearl and Rhinestone Wedding Set $68
2. Cream Pearl and Swarovski Pendant Silver Bracelet $50
3. Cream Ivory Pearl Bridal Gold Crystal Earrings $28
4. Maroon Pearl and Swarovski Crystal Drop Bridal Earrings $26
5. White Pearl and Swarovski Crystal Sterling Silver Leverback Earrings $21
6. Black Diamond and Pearl Silver Earrings $18
 

Wedding Wednesdays: An Anthropologie Kind of Wedding

Hold on to your wedding veils for the latest greatest news!  Anthropologie is introducing a wedding line called BHLDN they will launch on February 14th.  Yes, you read that correctly.  What a nice Valentine's Day gift for our lovely brides!  I found out the exciting news while reading Something Old Something New and although there aren't many details yet, I am gasping of excitement and anticipation.  It's going to be lovely!  Check back later this month for my posting of their beautiful wedding collection.  In the mean time, I think these would serve as beautiful cocktail dresses and bridesmaid gowns for any wedding. 



For the Bridesmaids



 

Cocktail Dresses for Wedding Guests



Images via Anthropologie

Top: Cloud Art Dress $158

1. Irresistible Maxi Dress $178

2. Sun Shade Dress $158

3. Cockatoo Feather Dress $478

4. Blurred Shapes Dress $168 Sale $89.95

5. Emerald Wicklow Dress $158

6. Color-Dipped Dress $198 Sale $99.95

Trendy Tuesdays: Tory Burch

Happy February my friends. I can't believe how fast January flew by.  How are things going and are you still keeping up with your New Year's resolutions?  It is bitterly cold in Houston today and I am trying to stay warm. 

My boss came back from his Miami vacation and brought me back a wonderful gift from Tory Burch!  Totally unexpected but completely appreciated. Let's get trendy with Tory today!  Here are some of my favorite items.

Images via Tory Burch

1. Luther Trench Coat $498

2. Double Wrap Justine Bracelet $250 Sale $175

3. Robinson Tote $550

4. Thurman Dress $395

5. Kerala Double Layer Scarf $165

6. Julianne Wedge $295

I Made It Mondays: DIY Wedding Earrings by Wedding Chicks

Happy Monday my dear friends!  How was your weekend?  I spent mine making homemade thank you cards and snuggling with my hubby over a movie.  It was nice.  Saw this super cute DIY project I found on Wedding Chicks and had to share it with you.  This would be a perfect wedding gift for yourself or your bridesmaids.

 

WHAT YOU NEED:
1. Jewelry pliers & wire cutters
2. 6 head-pins
3. 2 small pearls; 2 large pearls
4. 2 bicone crystals
5. Pair of Sterling silver earring wires

INSTRUCTIONS:

1.  String large pearl onto head-pin.

2. Fold head-pin over pearl.  Pull wire back the other direction and use plier nose to make a small loop.  Take excess wire and wrap several times creating a twisting effect tight to bead.

3. Wrap, twist and clip one end of crystal.  Leave other end open to string on large pearl.  String large pearl and bi-cone crystal.  Wrap, twist and clip wire from open end of bi-cone crystal.  Repeat for small pearl.

4. Wrap, twist and clip one end of crystal.  Leave other end open to string on large pearl.  String large pearl and bi-cone crystal.  Wrap, twist and clip wire from open end of bi-cone crystal.  Repeat for small pearl.

5. That's it!  Your very own pair of pearl and crystal earrings. 

Images via Wedding Chicks by Hilton Pittman

Trendy Tuesdays: Jewelry from Turtle Love Co.

While browsing through 100Layer Cake, I found this company called Turtle Love Co. and absolutely L-O-V-E all their custom, handmade jewelry!  They are based out of Portland, ME and each piece of jewelry is made with TLC.  They make earrings, necklaces, and even engagement rings and wedding bands (for men and women).  Right now, they are running a sale for 50% off selected solitaires through December 20th.  Take a look at their collection HERE and get something just in time for the holidays. Here are a few of my favorite rings.

Images via Turtle Love Co.

1.  Nested White Pearl Ring $200

2.  Laurel Leaf Ring - Sterling Silver $95

3.  Rose Gold Vine Ring Set $1550

4.  Sylvan Men's Wedding Band $200

5.  Exquisite Nest Diamond Engagement Ring - Gold $490

6.  Oval Amethyst Ring $75 (originally $150)